NEWS | Industry Updates Ruby chocolate to take off in 2019


Ruby chocolate is recognised around the world as the food trend for 2019 by research agencies, media and food experts. This fourth type of chocolate has also been awarded for its


innovation in the United States and the Middle East. At the sweets and snacks trade


fair ISM, held in Cologne at the end of January, at least 11 new brands introduced Ruby. Thanks to the ongoing interest


since its reveal in Shanghai in 2017, Barry Callebaut, the specialist manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, dedicated its ‘BC Studio’ to Ruby. Pablo Perversi, chief innovation,


sustainability & quality officer and global head of gourmet at Barry Callebaut, added: “Since its launch, the interest in and praise for this fourth type of chocolate have been overwhelming.” Since its launch, this new variety has been introduced in Asia


Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and South Africa by both consumer and artisanal brands, including Prestat, Baci Perugina, KitKat, Leonidas and Fazer. This new type of chocolate is made using the Ruby bean. A


processing method by Barry Callebaut is said to unlock the flavor and color tone that are naturally present in the bean. The taste experience is described as an intense sensorial delight - a tension between berry-fruitiness and luscious smoothness.


Website refresh to drive user


engagement Abbeychart, the liquid dispenses specialist, has announced the launch of its newly refreshed website at www.abbeychart.co.uk. With access to an improved search function, stock level indicators, enriched content areas and personalized pricing information, the revamped website will speed up purchasing and help operators within the vending, water, coffee and soft drinks sectors make more informed choices about the products they are buying. “We are committed to improving the online experience for


our customers and this refresh is phase one of an ongoing programme of upgrades that we have planned across key platforms,” said Mark Taylor, managing director, Abbeychart. Abbeychart is


encouraging visitors to explore the new site in order to really appreciate the breadth of what’s available.


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